Potato, Solanum tuberosum
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Potato, Solanum tuberosum
From Icones Plantarum medicinalium secundum systema Linni digestarum, 1788-1812 by Joseph Jacob Von Plenck
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Asterid Edible Eudicot Flowering Potato Root Solanaceae Solanales Solanum Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta Solanum Tuberosum
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite engraving is an elegant representation of the Potato Plant, Solanum tuberosum, as depicted in Joseph Jacob von Plenck's seminal work, Icones Plantarum medicinalium secundum systema Linni digestarum, published between 1788 and 1812. The Potato, a member of the Solanaceae family and the Angiosperms, is a flowering plant that belongs to the Eudicots, or Asterids, and the order Solanales. Its distinctive features are on full display in this image. The Potato plant is shown here in its entirety, from its lush green foliage to its edible tubers and the delicate white flowers that bloom at its crown. The leaves, which are alternate and oblong in shape, are covered in small hairs and have a serrated edge. The plant's stems are robust and support the large, heart-shaped flowers that produce the potato's seeds. The Potato is a vital food source for millions of people around the world, providing essential nutrients such as carbohydrates, fiber, and vitamin C. The edible tubers, which grow underground, are rich in complex carbohydrates, making them an important staple food in many cultures. The Potato's botanical classification is reflected in the image, with the plant identified as a member of the Solanaceae family, the order Solanales, the class Magnoliopsida, the order Asterales, the class Magnoliophyta, and the division Angiospermae. This intricate and detailed illustration is a testament to the beauty and complexity of the natural world and the importance of scientific classification in understanding it.
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